Does South Carolina require me to give the builder a chance to fix the defect before I can sue?

In many residential construction defect cases, South Carolina law requires homeowners to provide written notice of the claim and give the contractor an opportunity to inspect and respond before filing a lawsuit. Separate notice-and-cure rules apply to nonresidential construction. The requirements and deadlines depend on the type of property and claim, so homeowners should review the process with an attorney before taking action. (South Carolina Code, Title 40, Chapters 59 and 11).